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Bartlett stocks sky-rocket after ripping apart Windies
Australia might have found their next pace bowling weapon after Xavier Bartlett tore apart the West Indies in the just completed ODI series.
Osaka suffers straight-sets loss in Abu Dhabi opener
Naomi Osaka fell to defeat against Danielle Collins in her opening match at the Abu Dhabi Open, the former world No.1's latest stumble on her comeback trail.
Premier to discuss media access to courts
After a boy accused of murder appeared in a closed court hearing, Queensland Premier Steven Miles says he will speak to the attorney-general about media access.
Judge questions crown case against murder-accused mum
A jury has been discharged in the trial of a woman accused of murdering her 26-year-old son by giving him an overdose of prescription drugs in a fruit smoothie.
Force sign former title-winning Crusader Ben Funnell
New Western Force signing Ben Funnell says he wasn't sure if he'd get another crack at Super Rugby after leaving the Crusaders in 2019.
Tatum should be NBL coach of the year: Gary Clark
Justin Tatum has spearheaded the turnaround at the Illawarra Hawks and import Gary Clark believes he should be recognised on the NBL's awards night.
Mozer and Smith comparisons are ‘unfair’, Broncos warn
Blake Mozer, 19, will play No.9 in Brisbane's opening trial but Broncos assistant coach Matt Ballin says comparisons to the great Cameron Smith are out of line.
ALM top two Phoenix, Mariners slug out tough 0-0 draw
The A-League Men table-toppers have failed to produce a goal in Wellington, which keeps the Wellington Phoenix ahead of Central Coast on the ladder.
Small croc removed from Qld creek after unusual feast
With crocodiles on the move following recent floods and cyclones, Queensland residents are reminded not to feed the dangerous creatures.
Keeley adds piece to Dolphins back-row selection puzzle
Former Knight Oryn Keeley will play his first game for the Dolphins in Rockhampton where he can make a claim for a spot in a hotly contested position.
Luxon strives for unity amid Waitangi Day unease
New Zealanders are marking the 184th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with their national day as PM Chris Luxon urges unity.
A decade to save for a country home as regions grow
Regional Australia can look forward to more jobs and innovation, but health, housing and climate change present ongoing challenges, a landmark report says.
Ex-tropical cyclone dumps months of rain in a day
NSW has been hit with a deluge thanks to ex-tropical cyclone Kirrily, while major flood warnings remain in Queensland after the wild weather moved offshore.
Mills always to skipper Swans despite Mad Monday: coach
Callum Mills has been appointed Sydney's sole captain despite a Mad Monday injury that left the 26-year-old to question whether he'd be kept on as a leader.
Brain’s fatty acids may hold clue for memory retention
New research has revealed the process the brain uses to create crucial fatty acids and how it impacts our memory retention.
Magpies, Tigers lock in first AFL Charity Shield clash
Two of the AFL's biggest clubs are set to face off for the Charity Shield, with the proceeds of the game going to Foodbank.
Injured Morris sent for scans after ODI series sweep
Australia have torn apart an abysmal West Indies batting line-up to wrap up a 3-0 ODI series sweep, but lost second-gamer Lance Morris to injury in the process.
Freeway driver ‘cursed by witch’ before killing cops
A trucking boss has denied his worker told him he was tired before getting into a 19-tonne semi-trailer and ploughing into four police officers.
Fires kill 123 in Chile, toll expected to keep rising
At least 123 people have been killed by forest fires in central Chile, officials say.
Palmer loses appeals in resort, election fraud cases
Queensland's Court of Appeal has dismissed applications by Clive Palmer and his Coolum resort relating to charges before Brisbane Magistrates Court.
Mokbel claims Gobbo encouraged him to flee to Greece
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel has given evidence in the Victorian Supreme Court as he tries to fight his drug trafficking convictions.
Study indicates climate change clock forward a decade
Research on a tiny sea sponge indicates the world has been warming faster and for longer than previously thought.
Star Tigers forward Lynch ruled out of AFL opener
Richmond's Tom Lynch will miss the AFL opener but is targeting his first game in almost a year when the Tigers meet Carlton in their early season blockbuster.
Magpies boss defends Murphy’s return from concussion
Collingwood chief executive Craig Kelly has hit out at critics of the decision to allow concussion-prone defender Nathan Murphy to continue playing in the AFL.
Aussie motorists show a big preference for big cars
SUVs and utes dominated new car sales in January, according to a new report, dwarfing passenger and electric vehicle sales.
‘I messed up’: Beale called agent after rape allegation
Kurtley Beale called his player-agent Isaac Moses and told him he had "messed up", after being confronted with sexual assault allegations, a court has heard.
Judge accused of assault too unwell to appear in court
A Tasmanian judge accused of emotional abuse or intimidation, as well as assault, has failed to appear in court because he was feeling unwell.
Fugitive sex killer had bag of uniforms, badges: police
Investigators are unsure how or why fugitive sex killer Trent Jennings allegedly acquired a bag of authentic police uniforms.
Broncos get their Mam as Ezra re-signs until 2029
Ezra Mam has resisted a huge Dolphins offer to ink a five-year extension with Brisbane and ensure the club has a home-grown successor for Adam Reynolds.
King’s Australian tour in doubt after cancer diagnosis
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, throwing a planned visit to Australia in doubt, as the nation sends its well wishes to the monarch and his family.